May 2026
News Analysis: Uncertainty, frustration define messy midterm battles for mayor, governor and Congress
California’s primary election has been buffeted by a lack of front-runners, redrawn political maps, party infighting and competing voter resentment for President Trump and the state’s Democratic establishment.
As influencers rise in politics, some call for tighter regulations on payments
Some campaign finance advocates are concerned that voters could increasingly be influenced by social media posts that they don’t know are sponsored.
GOP governor hopefuls give closing arguments to oft-forgotten Central Valley Republicans
Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, the two top Republicans running for governor, make their closing arguments in front of a friendly GOP audience near Fresno before the June 2 primary.
Trump likes Pratt. Will that help, or hurt?
Pratt’s biggest liability with Democrats? Any tie to Trump.
Spencer Pratt, please call me. You don’t know what you’re getting yourself into
The candidate and the columnist have something in common, but comparison ends there.
Inspired by Jane Goodall, students build nurseries to reforest L.A.’s fire-scorched communities
Students traumatized by the 2025 fires are cultivating campus nurseries to reforest Southern California’s fire-scarred landscapes, fulfilling an idea co-conceived by the late conservationist.
Some experts say they’ve never seen bees swarm so early — and that’s concerning
A warm winter and dry spring could be making bees more vulnerable.
Leaked files, ‘nuclear verdicts,’ bruising attacks: Inside the L.A. city attorney race
Challengers from both sides of the political spectrum are seeking to unseat City Atty. Hydee Feldstein Soto as she chases a second term in office.
Influencer files complaint against Steyer campaign, alleging violations
The influencer said Steyer’s campaign committee failed to notify her of her disclosure requirements, as required by law.
Feds declare Eaton fire was a cleanup success. Their testing shows otherwise
In announcing its findings, the EPA cited federal lead standards only, and not California’s more stringent thresholds.